This silky-smooth sauce combines the richness of homemade mayonnaise with Mediterranean herbs and garlic, offering a versatile condiment perfect for sandwiches, salads, or as a dipping sauce.
Ingredients
Base
- 50ml (3.5 tbsp) whole milk, room temperature
- 100ml (6.75 tbsp) olive oil
- 3 tablespoons (45ml) fresh lemon juice
Seasonings
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh green onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Base (2 minutes)
- Pour milk into a deep mixing bowl
- Position immersion blender at bottom
- Start blending while slowly pouring olive oil
- Emulsify (1 minute)
- Keep blender at bottom until mixture thickens
- Continue blending until sauce becomes pale green
- Mixture should be smooth and creamy
- Season (2 minutes)
- Add lemon juice, salt, pepper
- Blend briefly to incorporate
- Mix in minced garlic, green onion, parsley
Nutritional Information
Per serving (2 tablespoons):
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 13g
- Protein: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
Total Time: 5 minutes
- Prep: 3 minutes
- Blend: 2 minutes
Pro Tips
- Perfect Emulsion
- Use room temperature ingredients
- Pour oil very slowly
- Keep blender submerged
- Use tall, narrow container
- Flavor Enhancement
- Adjust garlic to taste
- Use fresh herbs when possible
- Season gradually
Variations
- Herb Options
- Dill for fish dishes
- Basil for Mediterranean
- Cilantro for Mexican
- Add-ins
- Dijon mustard
- Capers
- Anchovy paste
FAQs
Q: Why did my sauce separate?
A: Room temperature ingredients and slow oil addition prevent separation.
Q: How long does it keep?
A: 5-7 days refrigerated in airtight container.
Q: Can I use different oils?
A: Yes, but olive oil provides best Mediterranean flavor.
Q: Can I make it dairy-free?
A: Substitute milk with plant-based alternatives.
Storage Tips
- Store in airtight container
- Keep refrigerated up to 1 week
- Do not freeze
- Let reach room temperature before serving